PASTITSIO - GREEK LASAGNA
I love pastitsio! I try it at each Greek restaurant I visit. This recipe is the closest I have to good Pastitsio in a Greek restaurant. They don't use Parmesan but it is a good substitute. Some restaurants put tomato sauce on top also.
Provided by Patrice Manning
Categories Beef
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
- 3. Stir in the tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, oregano, pepper and cinnamon if desired; heat through.
- 4. Place half of macaroni in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese.
- 5. Layer with meat mixture and remaining macaroni. Set aside.
- 6. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- 7. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of the hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
- 8. Remove from the heat; stir in remaining cheese. Pour sauce over macaroni.
- 9. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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